Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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